Packaging Associate

LanceSoft • Saint Joseph, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Associate oversees smooth production-line operation, including case packaging, component handling, pallet jack operation, labeling, and packaging. Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the associate remains present on the product line or lines to ensure the correct components, coding, and labels are maintained. The role includes maintaining and cleaning the line, monitoring product quality, keeping the work area safe, and maintaining warehouse equipment. This is a one-month position on the first shift, Tuesday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, in Saint Joseph, Missouri, at $18.00 per hour.

The position requires frequent lifting, standing, and bending, as well as use of specified personal protective equipment. Workers must provide steel-toe or composite safety boots or shoes; gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection are provided as applicable. Production or mechanical experience is helpful.

Requirements

• Be physically able to work on one's feet for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and understand production documents, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and safety information.
• Provide steel-toe or composite safety boots or shoes.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves when applicable, and hearing protection when required.

Nice To Haves

• Production experience.
• Mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth production-line operation through continuous improvement, cleaning, and settings.
• Check that components and codes comply with the recipe for current production.
• Communicate damaged or off-spec product conditions to Quality Control.
• Recommend maintenance or changes as necessary to ensure continuous production.
• Keep the work area safe by preventing clutter and cleaning continuously.
• Wear required personal protective equipment as directed by the Safety Manager.
• Maintain warehouse equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Report to work on time and provide as much notice as possible for absences.
• Be available for production daily as necessary.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Plant Manager.

Benefits

• Four options of medical insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Dental insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Vision insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• 401(k) contributions for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Critical illness insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Voluntary permanent life insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Accident insurance for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Other employee perks for eligible full-time regular employees working at least 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed